Mechanical Technician II

GAF • Ennis, TX

6d • Onsite

About The Position

At GAF, we cover more than just buildings. We cover each other. Under this roof, you will have the tools and resources you need to grow and develop in your career. You will experience our incredible culture and will be empowered to support your teammates, your customers, and especially your community. Under this roof, we define the future while leading the present through our deep well of experience and our responsibility to the future to drive improvements and innovation in our products. We are GAF. And under this roof, we protect what matters most.

Team Summary
The primary function of the Mechanic II is to perform all tasks and duties in a safe manner as trained by plant management per EHS direction for site policies and OSHA standards. The ideal candidate will have some advanced troubleshooting skills to diagnose/solve daily machine issues as well as support medium and long-term expense and capital development projects. They will have general mechanical expertise and understanding of critical systems and equipment specific to their plant. They will report to a maintenance supervisor who will set their longer-term goals/priorities when necessary. This individual will interact extensively with the production and maintenance teams to enhance the day-to-day operations of the plant.

Requirements

• H.S. Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) Required
• Minimum of two (2) years related experience.
• Able to lift and handle up to 50 pounds.
• Able to climb and work at elevated heights.
• Able to learn and use computer software to utilize the Maximo CMMS
• Able to work around the chemicals and environment present in both the Shingle and Nonwoven Plants.
• Must be able to effectively communicate written and verbally.

Nice To Haves

• Advanced troubleshooting skills to diagnose/solve daily machine issues.
• Support medium and long-term expense and capital development projects.
• General mechanical expertise and understanding of critical systems and equipment specific to their plant.
• Mentoring the less-experienced mechanics.
• Interact extensively with the production and maintenance teams to enhance the day-to-day operations of the plant.

Responsibilities

• Perform all tasks and duties in a safe manner as trained by plant management per EHS direction for site policies and OSHA standards.
• Diagnose/solve daily machine issues.
• Support medium and long-term expense and capital development projects.
• Have general mechanical expertise and understanding of critical systems and equipment specific to their plant.
• Interact extensively with the production and maintenance teams to enhance the day-to-day operations of the plant.
• Utilize or have a working knowledge of pneumatics and hydraulics.
• Utilize or have a working knowledge of pipe fitting.
• Utilize or have a working knowledge of welding.
• Utilize or have a working knowledge of pumps.
• Utilize or have a working knowledge of machinery drives.
• Have operating knowledge in the plant to include water, oil, natural gas, compressed air, and fire protection systems.
• Have good working knowledge of mechanical tools, hand, battery-operated, and electric driven and safely use the correct tool for each job.
• Be aware of safety hazards existing in an industrial facility.
• Practice safe work habits and maintain a clean work area.
• Use computer systems such as Maximo and understand basic Windows navigation.
• Interact with peers, supervisors, and managers in a cooperative and team-oriented manner.
• Ensure that housekeeping is maintained and enhanced during the performance of all tasks.
• Ensure that a safe work environment is maintained and enhanced during the performance.
• Assist with millwright work, such as aligning a pump and motor with a dial indicator or laser system.
• Install sheaves, belts, align equipment, and check for squareness and belt tension with minimal assistance.
• Install bearings and be able to perform all maintenance work required on bearings.
• Troubleshoot daily machine issues.
• Support medium and long-term expense and capital development projects.
• Have general mechanical expertise.
• Have strong comprehension of critical systems and equipment specific to their plant.
• Mentor the less-experienced mechanics.
• Interact extensively with the production and maintenance teams to enhance the day-to-day operations of the plant.
• Perform additional responsibilities to include tasks associated with a Mechanic II level if specifically assigned.
• Be subject to “on-call” duty as needed once trained.

Benefits

• Health insurance options that include medical, dental, and vision for you and your family.
• Family-Building benefits support the many different journeys to fertility and parenthood.
• Robust 401K plan includes an employer match contribution with your pre-tax and/or Roth contributions.
• Wellness program.
• Free financial coaching.
• Referral program.
• Product rebates when purchased for an employee’s primary residence.
• Internal training programs and courses.
• Generous tuition reimbursement program.
• Competitive salary.
• Vacation packages for all full time permanent positions.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED